Bridport News

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Why Dorset town means so much to Jeremy Kyle as he honours late parents
Jeremy Kyle has shared an emotional tribute to his late parents after a memorial bench dedicated to them was relocated to a more prominent position on Lyme Regis seafront.

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
The gigantic ship off Weymouth that's heading across the Atlantic
Gigantic oil tanker Yokosuka Spirit has been spotted in Weymouth Bay and is now heading across the Atlantic

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 03:32:00 +0100
Massive agricultural show returns TODAY
One of the south west’s biggest agricultural shows has returned to town

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 01:19:00 +0100
Vandalised toilets reopened and council given 'special powers' to crack down on yobs
Special measures including more surveillance and alarms have been installed in town in an attempt to crackdown on yobs vandalising facilities

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Talk on little-known massacre that left four dead
The story of the Portland Massacre of 1803 will be shared at a Weymouth Museum Teas and Talks event

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 11:00:18 +0100
Delight as Red Arrows taking to the skies after last minute cancellation
The Red Arrows are making a surprise visit to Lyme Regis following disappointment after having to cancel their appearance during the town’s Lifeboat Week

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 10:38:13 +0100
Knife-wielding suspect arrested in town centre
A FEMALE has been arrested on suspicion of making threats towards the public with a knife in Bridport town centre.

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 11:01:22 +0100
Drivers urged to obey tunnel traffic lights
We've received reports of drivers going through red lights at Beaminster Tunnel

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 09:18:44 +0100
Two vehicle crash causing delays
A CRASH is causing delays in Axminster after two vehicles collided

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Remarkable journey of show from village ploughing match to West Dorset institution
Here are some old pictures looking back at the Melplash Show and the remarkable journey it has been on through the years.

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Auditions announced for Dorset pantomime
Lyme Regis Pantomime Society is preparing for its 2027 production of Beauty and the Beast and is inviting performers and volunteers to attend a read-through evening and auditions

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 02:59:00 +0100
New book tells story of famous Lyme Regis admiral who helped found Bermuda
The Admiral's Island, by Ted Hill MBE, explores the events surrounding the wreck of the Sea Venture in 1609 and the lasting connection between the Dorset coast and the Atlantic island territory.

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 16:52:24 +0100
Legendary actor and Rocky Horror Picture Show star Tim Curry dies aged 80
Legendary actor and singer Tim Curry has died aged 80.

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Youth and community centre in Bridport delighted as it receives new funding
Bridport Youth and Community Centre has secured grants from District Council Youth Funding and Police and Crime Commissioner Operation Relentless Community Fund

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:01:00 +0100
Parents could see school lunchboxes banned if Dame Prue Leith gets her way
Former Bake Off judge Dame Prue Leith has called for a ban on lunchboxes as she hopes this will improve children's health.

Tue, 25 Aug 2026 15:22:41 +0100
Man arrested after 'assaulting' police officer near seafront
A man has been arrested over concerns of drug use and attempting to ‘assault’ a police officer in Lyme Regis

Tue, 25 Aug 2026 19:13:02 +0100
Jolene singer Dolly Parton has died aged 80, her family has confirmed
Country singer Dolly Parton has passed away aged 80.

Tue, 25 Aug 2026 00:33:00 +0100
Holidaymakers undeterred by drought and road works
Holidaymakers across the country have been undeterred by road works and sun-scorched fields as they flock to west Dorset to enjoy the summer holidays

Tue, 25 Aug 2026 10:33:00 +0100
Hugely popular agricultural show returns this week
One of the south west’s biggest agricultural shows returns to Bridport this week

Tue, 25 Aug 2026 02:11:00 +0100
Huge success with record breaking fundraising at lifeboat week
Thousands of people celebrated a town’s lifesaving service at sea last week which raised tens of thousands for charity

Tue, 25 Aug 2026 00:16:00 +0100
Crabbing champion crowned as £100 raised for carnival
The Bridport Carnival Crabbing Champion was crowned after landing a winning haul weighing almost 1.9kg at West Bay

Tue, 25 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Celebrating independent businesses at Brewery Square
Independent shops, restaurants, cafés, wellness providers and attractions make Brewery Square one of Dorchester’s most vibrant destinations

Tue, 25 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Free summer dog fête to come to West Dorset estate on bank holiday Monday
A summer dog fête is coming to West Dorset, promising a day of canine fun for the whole family.

Tue, 25 Aug 2026 15:49:01 +0100
1 in 5 Brits wake up grumpy at least 3 days a week - are you one of them?
One in five Brits wake up grumpy at least three days a week, according to a new poll from Samsung Health.

Tue, 25 Aug 2026 10:34:42 +0100
Monty Don 'heartbroken' after death of beloved dog as Matt Baker leads tributes
Monty Don has shared that his dog Patti has died, saying he is "heartbroken"

Mon, 24 Aug 2026 17:04:20 +0100
Person taken to hospital after falling on beach
A person who fell while walking on East Beach prompted a huge emergency response

Mon, 24 Aug 2026 14:48:54 +0100
Here are all the winners from this year's carnival
Bridport Round Table’s Red Barrows were named best overall at this year’s Bridport Carnival, also winning the trophy for most original entry

Mon, 24 Aug 2026 17:32:09 +0100
Drugs and 'zombie' knife seized during police raid at town centre home
Dorset Police officers have seized suspected controlled drugs and a suspected zombie knife after carrying out a warrant at an address in Bridport town centre.

Mon, 24 Aug 2026 13:31:53 +0100
Town councillor in Bridport steps down
A vacancy is open for a town councillor in Bridport

Sun, 23 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0100
Planned A35 roadworks postponed to avoid seasonal summer traffic
National Highways has postponed planned works in Chideock and Morecombelake after reviewing predicted traffic levels on the A35.

Mon, 24 Aug 2026 08:35:21 +0100
Village pub fights back after road closure with Big Top weekend
A west Dorset village pub which lost much of last summer’s key trading period to a six-month road closure is fighting back with a Big Top, live music, a silent disco and a Bank Holiday duck race

Mon, 24 Aug 2026 08:42:11 +0100
Morrisons vows not to be beaten on price by any of its 'Big 5' competitors
Morrisons has promised customers it will not be beaten on price by supermarket rivals.

Sun, 23 Aug 2026 14:29:19 +0100
Crowds line the streets for 'tremendous' carnival showcasing town's community spirit
Mayor hails ‘tremendous’ Bridport Carnival as crowds line streets

Sun, 23 Aug 2026 14:14:59 +0100
Pictures: Colour, costumes and crowds for carnival
Bridport’s streets were filled with colour, music and carnival spirit as the town’s annual procession brought together performers, families and spectators on Saturday evening.

Sun, 23 Aug 2026 13:07:46 +0100
Plans for new dog exercise area unveiled
A dog exercise area could soon open on Dorset farmland.

Sun, 23 Aug 2026 13:02:50 +0100
Dorset among England’s worst business crime hotspots
Dorset has become a hotspot for business crime with more than 7,000 offences recorded in a year.

Sun, 23 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
The Dorset house haunted by blood-curdling screams until a skull was returned
Here is the tale of the Screaming Skull of Bettiscombe and other local west Dorset legends

Sun, 23 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Secret Dorset walk packs in thatched villages and spectacular sea views
This stunning 5-mile Dorset circular walk goes from Sutton Poyntz to Osmington,

Sun, 23 Aug 2026 13:56:57 +0100
UK producers of popular alcoholic drink facing 'worst harvest ever' for 40 years
Cider producers have said they are facing their "worst year ever" due to the dry weather impacting apple harvests

Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:02:29 +0100
Carnival procession to take over town later TODAY
Bridport is set for one of its biggest nights of the summer later today as the town’s annual carnival procession makes its way through the streets.

Sat, 22 Aug 2026 03:09:00 +0100
Former councillor to be sentenced after stealing from vulnerable man
A former town councillor is due to be sentenced after stealing from an elderly man in Lyme Regis

Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:21:15 +0100
Driver warned for "wheel spinning" in town centre
Police have been conducting high-visibility patrols in Bridport and West Bay.

Sat, 22 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
West Dorset's lost nightclubs - the venues locals miss most
Here are pictures of the Bridport area nightclubs and late-night venues locals miss most

Sat, 22 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Fans are spotting future stars in 'best ever crime drama' made in Dorset
Fans of 'best ever crime drama' Broadchurch, which is now on Netflix, are spotting future stars

Sat, 22 Aug 2026 02:06:00 +0100
Model railway show attracts visitors from across the south
Model railway enthusiasts travelled from across southern England and Wales to attend Bridport & District Model Railway Club’s annual summer exhibition

Sat, 22 Aug 2026 19:06:32 +0100
People urged to check financial advice from source with average loss of £802
Trading platform IG has urged investors to be diligent in where they source their financial advice due to risky information on social media

Fri, 21 Aug 2026 11:01:37 +0100
Two Dorset residents win over £1m on National Lottery
Two lucky Dorset residents have scooped a combined total of £1,102,286.90 on The National Lottery.

Fri, 21 Aug 2026 07:21:00 +0100
See all the pictures - Students at west Dorset schools pick up their GCSE results
Students across west Dorset have celebrated a strong set of GCSE results, showing the benefits of their hard work and dedication

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 00:52:00 +0100
Demolition to begin at picnic area that closed a year ago
A once popular and scenic picnic area in west Dorset will be demolished soon as it nears a year since its closure

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 10:03:20 +0100
Council refuses plans to turn pub into house
Converting a once-popular village pub into a four-bed family home has been refused by Dorset Council planners.

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